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What Are Ecological Pyramids

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Which one statement for pyramid of energy is incorrect?

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Inverted in shape

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Upright in shape

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Base is broad

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Shows energy content of different trophic levels

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Solution

The correct option is A Inverted in shape
Pyramid of energy represents the amount of energy at different trophic level. It is always upright in shape. Only 10% of energy is transferred from one trophic level to next trophic level. The majority of energy is lost during the transfer of energy. The base of pyramid of energy is always broad indicating maximum amount of energy at the first trophic level.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Inverted in shape.'

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